Note

Backup software is about meeting restore objectives while mitigating cost. Regular evaluation of current and competing backup software is critical as new challenges emerge from server virtualization to exploding data needs.

Solution Set

When looking at backup software vendors, don't be distracted by flashy new features. Backup software should really be called restore software.

Note

Hand-coded point-to-point integration solutions offer little consistency, require constant rework, produce data quality issues, and can actually hinder enterprise growth. Use this research to get a handle on how you can best integrate diverse...

Tool

The Backup Software Vendor Shortlist Tool allows enterprises to profile their backup software requirements and generate a rank ordered vendor shortlist from a fixed list of vendors.

Solution Set

Get a handle on what differentiates each of eight different backup software vendors in Info-Tech's backup software Vendor Landscape.

Template/Policy

Organizations embarking on the selection process for backup software may select to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) after determining their final selection criteria.

Tool

For organizations that have issued a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) to evaluate backup software vendors, gathering and scoring the various responses can be difficult and time consuming. This tool enables enterprises to evaluate and compare...

Template/Policy

This template is designed to provide backup software vendors with a consistent set of instructions, ensuring an objective comparison of product features, all while evaluating ease-of-use from a user and IT perspective. This template is pre-built...

Video

Recent developments, such as increased virtualization and expanding storage capacity requirements, are changing backup infrastructure and creating new challenges. Understand vendor capabilities to meet availability and restore objectives while...

Video

This video will give you some insight into what data integration tools can do for you today, as well as what tiers of solutions are available and some caveats when investigating particular solutions.

Job Description

The Report Writer's role is to examine and evaluate reporting requirements for various business units across the organization. This individual will use proven knowledge of specialized reporting tools to develop reporting structures as required....

Job Description

The Systems Architect's role is to strategically design and implement in-house information systems and networked software architectures that support core organizational functions, and assure their high availability. This individual will gain...

Job Description

The Database Developer's role is to strategically design and implement databases across the organization, while ensuring high levels of data availability. This individual is also responsible for defining standards and models for database...

Job Description

The Database Analyst's role is to direct, evaluate, review, and manage database resources and services across the organization while ensuring high levels of data quality. This individual is also responsible for developing, implementing, and...

Job Description

The Data Warehouse Architect's role is to strategically design and implement data warehouses, data marts, and data stores, while ensuring high levels of data availability. This individual is also responsible for defining data standards and...

Tool

Understanding hard financial numbers is more and more important for IT decision makers. Evaluate your IT department's budget and prepare justifications with this analysis tool.